Chinese Coconut Chicken Recipe
If you love a creamy, flavorful dish, this Chinese Coconut Chicken Recipe is perfect for you.
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken breast or thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 inch ginger grated
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp white pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water optional for thickening
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Heat Oil in Skillet
- Add vegetable oil to a large skillet or wok. Heat on medium flame until shimmering.
Sauté Onion, Garlic, and Ginger
- Add chopped onion, minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook until soft and fragrant.
Add Chicken Pieces
- Put chicken in the skillet. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until lightly browned.
Add Bell Peppers
- Add red and green bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2 minutes to soften slightly.
Pour Coconut Milk
- Add coconut milk to the chicken and vegetables. Stir gently to combine.
Add Soy Sauce and Oyster Sauce
- Pour soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar and white pepper. Mix well.
Simmer Until Tender
- Lower the heat. Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
Optional Thickening
- Add cornstarch-water mixture if you want a thicker sauce. Stir gently for 2 minutes.
Garnish and Serve
- Turn off the heat. Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier meat instead of breast.
- Adjust sugar and soy sauce to your taste preference.
- Add mushrooms or snap peas for extra texture and flavor.
- Coconut cream can replace coconut milk for a richer sauce.
- Serve with jasmine rice for a classic combination.